We are pleased to present another large update on the development of Söldner-X: Himmelsstürmer, a shoot'em up project in development at SideQuest Studios and published by eastasiasoft.

Söldner-X: Himmelsstürmer for PlayStation3™ and PC

No doubt, there has been a lot of gossip surrounding one big question: What platform will Söldner-X: Himmelsstürmer be released for? After receiving more than 3700 votes through the poll held earlier at Soldner-X.com and speculations on a number of forums, eastasiasoft has finally unveiled more details.

Based on eastasiasoft's official press release published today, Söldner-X: Himmelsstürmer is targeted to be released for PlayStation3™ (in Winter 07/08) and PC (Q4/2007). The PlayStation3™ version is anticipated to be a downloadable release, available only via the PS Network. More details, such as territories in which Söldner-X will be available are yet to be announced.

You can find eastasiasoft's full press release at Söldner-X's official website or as a PDF in original English as well as translated Japanese language at the following URLs:

If you wish to own SideQuest Studios' first project as a physical product or simply don't have a PlayStation3™ to call your own, then the PC Edition of Söldner-X: Himmelsstürmer will be the right choice for you. Preorders have been opened to ship in Q4/2007 at a price of US$ 49.90.

All preorders will ship with an exclusive preorder gift (details to be announced) in a nice retail package (no simple DVD case!). Furthermore, a new Söldner-X Sticker is currently distributed with all orders dispatched at Play-Asia.com. All you need to do is to place an order at Play-Asia.com and the sticker will automatically be included with your next shipment (as long as supplies last).

The PC-Version of Söldner-X has been optimized to run even on older machines. For more details please refer to the game's System Requirements. We highly recommend playing Söldner-X at the recommended system settings for maximum enjoyment of all features in the game.

For playing the PC Edition, Play-Asia.com further recommends using Microsoft's official Xbox 360 Controller for Windows. The following products are available at Play-Asia.com, a perfect preorder addon.

If you like to carry Söldner-X: Himmelsstürmer in your store or online shop, then sign up for Play-Asia.com's Wholesale Program. Upon successful registration, attractive reseller discounts will automatically apply to your order, starting from purchase of ten or more copies only.

Each reseller package is further anticipated to include a number of Söldner-X related extras.

Latest World 2 Work in Progress Screenshots - 15 New Images Online

A small but interesting work in progress update has been made public via Soldner-X.com earlier this month. A total of 15 brand new screenshots have been revealed, reflecting an approx. 65% development stage.

World 2, Industrial Menace is an underground world that especially requires tactical skills in order to find your way through various barricades, combined with hidden mines, mashers, laser barriers and of course hundreds of foes waiting to bury you. Industrial Menace contains three stages, such as a production line where enemy fighters are assembled by the dark forces, a storage depot as well as an energy complex with pipelines, ventilator and other technical equipment.

SideQuest Studios Interview on Press Start - All about Söldner-X and beyond

Don't miss Press Start's interview with Marcus Pukropski, Söldner-X lead programmer at SideQuest Studios. 20 questions & answers will provide an insight into the development of Söldner-X. The full article can be found here.

Share your opinion on the official Söldner-X forums

You've been following the development of Söldner-X for some time and now, would you like to share your opinion with the developers or other shooting game fans? Then join the Official Söldner-X Forums. Guest posting has been enabled, so you won't need to register for a quick discussion.